Riverton

SA 5412 • Rest of SA

1,029
Population (2021)
$27,872
Median Income
152.79 km²
Area
272m
Elevation

About Riverton

Riverton is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Clare and Gilbert Valleys (District Council) area. With a population of 1,029 and a median income of $27,872, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 152.79 km² at an elevation of 272m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of SA.

Situated at an elevation of 272m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Riverton offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Riverton falls under postcode 5412 and is governed by Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ngadjuri electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5412
Urban Area
Wakefield - Clare and Gilbert Valleys
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.17°, 138.75°
Statistical Area
Rest of SA
Area
152.79 km²
Elevation
272m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$230
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$959
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
57 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,036
Census 2021
1,029
0.7% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$26,208
Income 2021
$27,872
6.3% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 841
Born Overseas 125

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 69
  • 2. Netherlands 7
  • 3. Germany 6
  • 4. Papua New Guinea 4
  • 5. India 3
  • 6. Italy 3
  • 7. Philippines 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 450
Australian 410
Scottish 112
German 105
Irish 104
Australian Aboriginal 17
Dutch 15
Italian 13
Polish 10
French 9

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

723
Both parents born in Australia
152
Both parents born overseas
86
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.0%
No Religion
44.8%
Buddhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
37 (3.6%)
5-14 years
98 (9.5%)
15-19 years
38 (3.7%)
20-24 years
50 (4.9%)
25-34 years
70 (6.8%)
35-44 years
69 (6.7%)
45-54 years
109 (10.6%)
55-64 years
167 (16.2%)
65-74 years
193 (18.8%)
75-84 years
128 (12.4%)
85+ years
55 (5.3%)

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